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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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The Writing Center

Writing center offers new consultation option

September 26, 2013

By Tatiana Zavodny Features Editor Students looking for help revising academic papers have an amazing resource at the Writing Center on campus. Located in the library in Kellogg 1103, the Writing Center provides California State University San Marcos students a place to discuss and revise their...

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Fantasy, fiction inspire professor’s classes

September 26, 2013

By Amanda Lenox Staff Writer Professor Linda Pershing incorporates "Harry Potter," Disney characters and other literary and animated folklore in her classes at Cal State San Marcos. She talked about her work in a recent interview. Question: What is your educational background? A: B.A. in Religious...

Kamalayan Alliance CSUSM logo

Filipino student group expands cultural awareness

September 14, 2013

By Margery Uril Staff Writer Students that are interested in learning about a new culture, playing games, meeting new people and having fun should join Kamalayan Alliance. According to their website, (KA) spreads knowledge and awareness about Filipino and Filipino-American history and culture at CSUSM....

Clarke Field House

Fitness classes offer much more than exercise

September 14, 2013

By Tatiana Zavodny Features Editor Whether students want to lose those freshmen 15 or are just looking for a way to stay healthy this semester, fitness classes may be the perfect way to achieve their goals. The Clarke recently posted their updated schedule for their unique and exciting fitness classes...

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Cougars span the globe in study abroad programs

September 12, 2013
CSUSM offers many opportunities for students to study abroad and explore a number of different languages and cultures.
Flag ceremony featuring a military color guard

Student veterans reflect on 9-11, 12 years later

September 12, 2013
Sept. 11 is a day that brings back harsh memories, especially on a campus considered as veteran-friendly as CSUSM.
Harry Potter class in the works for spring term

Harry Potter class in the works for spring term

September 12, 2013
Fans of the Harry Potter book series can now take their experience a step further with the new course that will be offered in the upcoming spring semester at Cal State San Marcos

Student video describes life in the Quad

June 9, 2013

A new video created by Cougar Chronicle staff members takes a look inside The Quad, the new student housing development at Cal State San Marcos, featuring a peek at the rooms and common areas and interviews with residents. Check out other student-made video features at the new CSUSM Cougar Chronicle...

Members of STAND hold up signs meant to dispel Latino stereotypes.

Brownie Tuesday with Reyna B: the story of an AB540 student

May 9, 2013

By Bobby Rivera Staff Writer For being one of the top six colleges that support first-generation college students, CSU San Marcos has focused on building communities within the campus, as seen in Greek life and various campus clubs and organizations. However, a new, invisible club on campus consists...

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STEM offers science programs to local grade schools

May 9, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer Hands-on science education is something that younger kids are excited by, and anyone who was once a kid understands why. The CSUSM STEM program aims to inspire that excitement. It’s fair to say that to some degree, all of us are fascinated by science. However, children...

Restaurant Review: Tina's offers area's biggest, best sandwiches

Restaurant Review: Tina’s offers area’s biggest, best sandwiches

May 9, 2013

By Alex Franco Staff Writer There is a hidden secret few people outside of San Marcos know about, but if you ask anyone in town where the go-to place for the best sandwich is, Tina’s Deli will be their answer. Tina’s Deli, located off of Twin Oaks Valley Road, has been a prime lunch stop for...

Pride walk, Rainbow Recognition finishes year with style

Pride walk, Rainbow Recognition finishes year with style

May 9, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer It can be expected that after a month of Gaypril festivities and as the school year draws to a close, the LGBTQA Pride Center will close in a way worth remembering. During U-hour on April 30, the campus was ablaze with color and voices as the 2nd Annual Pride...

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